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VFW in Harahan announces Americanism contest winners

Six John Curtis Christian Elementary School students received awards from the Annual Americanism Contest sponsored by VFW Post 3267 and the Ladies Auxiliary of Harahan. Pictured from left to right (back row) are Eric Wilson, Mikey Kernion, and Madeline Landraneau. Pictured from left to right (front row) are Isabella Lulei, Camila Angarita, and Caroline Naccari.

Congratulations to the following students who were recognized by the Veterans of Foreign War Post 3267 and the Ladies Auxiliary of Harahan as part of their annual Americanism contest: Category I American Flag Coloring, Caroline Naccari, John Curtis Christian, first place; Sophia Marchan, St. Matthew the Apostle, second place; Ashley Rodriguez, St. Agnes, second place; Jude Ka, St. Rita, third place.

Category II American Flag Drawing, Brittan DeBautte, St. Matthew the Apostle, first place; Camila Angarita, John Curtis Christian, second place; Bella Lulei, John Curtis Christian, third place; Emma Ruddy, St. Rita, third place.

Additionally, Caroline Naccari was awarded second place at the District 2 level; Ethan Porta received first place at the District 2 level and second place at the state level; Reese Centanni received second place at the District 2 level; Julia Cazabon was awarded first place at the District level and Franchesca Giroir was awarded first place at the District level and second place at the state level.

Other awards that were presented by the group included the Teacher of the Year Award which went to Cathy Boucvalt, John Curtis Christian, and Cassie Perez, Hazel Park Hilda Knoff Elementary; Boy Scout of the Year, Gerald Nelson; Girl Scout of the Year, Alexandra Galloway and Civil Air Patrol of the Year, Dean Scott.

Garden Club

The Colonial Garden Club will meet on April 7 at 10:30 a.m., at the home of member Michel Boudreaux. Co-hostesses for the meeting are Rosemary Austin, Daphne Gambino, Melinda Jackson and Marian Petry and a master gardener will talk to the group about the care and growing of day lilies.

St. Rita Food Pantry

Mark your calendars to help the St. Rita Food Pantry on April 22 and 24 by eating lunch and dinner at Applebee’s restaurant located at 1220 South Clearview Parkway in Harahan. The restaurant will donate a portion of the two days proceeds to the pantry. “We did really well last month at Perrin’s restaurant and raised $548 for the food pantry,” said organizer Gene Hickey. “This was a record for us and we appreciate everyone who pitched in to help out such a worthy cause.” Each month the St. Rita and St. Matthew Knights of Columbus organize a dine out day in an effort to raise money to support the food pantry. “We are trying to encourage more people to participate in the “dine out” program,” said Hickey. “So far, only St. Rita and St. Matthew parishes have been participating and we hope that other groups will realize that this is a non-denominational program and that all Christians have a responsibility to take care of the needy.” The food pantry serves people in the 70123 zip code area.

Elmwood Business Association

Sean Duff, executive director of the Big River Coalition, will be the guest speaker at the Elmwood Business Association’s luncheon on April 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 1p.m. at the Rose Garden, 5314 Citrus Blvd. in Harahan. Duff will discuss the impact of the Mississippi River and its impact on the citizens in our community and the importance of maintaining the river. He will also talk about the current legislation regarding the river, dredging efforts, and the possibility of deepening the waterway. Reservations are required by emailing elmwoodba@gmail.com or calling 504.733.8900 and the cost is $28 for members and $38 for non-members.

Kim Roberts covers community events in River Ridge and Harahan and can be reached at 504.236.0776 or k_rob136@cox.net